Lisa Heath
Self-employed/private Practice
Mason
1
Certification
32
years of professional experience
Experienced mental and behavioral health clinician with expertise in anxiety management, trauma-informed care, mental health assessment, and crisis intervention. Skilled in individualized treatment planning, accurate documentation, and collaborative care across school and family settings.
Compassionate, experienced counselor with a strong background in school-based behavioral health, family therapy, and student support. Skilled in communication, collaboration, and case documentation. Supported students through assessment, crisis response, and evidence-based interventions to improve emotional and behavioral outcomes.
Seasoned therapist with extensive experience delivering CBT, person-centered therapy, and trauma-informed interventions for children, adolescents, and families. Known for strong assessment skills, cultural competence, and relationship building. Focused on improving client resilience, safety, and long-term mental health outcomes.
Professional with background in mental health services, adept at delivering high-quality therapeutic interventions. Known for fostering collaborative environments and achieving patient-centered outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, excels in dynamic settings and team-based care. Strong skills in crisis management, therapeutic communication, and patient advocacy.
Observant individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills builds meaningful relationships with clients and families. Experienced in working with clients from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds. Offers crisis intervention to help individuals navigate through traumatic experiences.
Empathetic professional with hands-on experience providing quality psychological services to children and adults. Skilled in identifying, assessing and diagnosing mental health and emotional issues. Develops and implements treatment plans and provides counseling and therapy to obtain maximum results for patients.
Work History
Mental and Behavioral Health Clinician
5 Years 2 Months- Delivered school-based behavioral health assessments and crisis interventions for students across campus settings.
- Facilitated counseling sessions addressing anxiety, trauma, behavior concerns, and social-emotional skill development.
- Collaborated with counselors, administrators, and families to develop individualized support plans.
- Documented clinical observations, treatment notes, and referral outcomes in compliance with district requirements.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify mental health needs and formulate accurate diagnoses.
- Collaborated with primary care providers to ensure coordinated care for clients with co-occurring mental health and medical concerns.
- Provided family therapy services to address relational dynamics within the family system that impacted individual mental health concerns.
- Implemented trauma-informed care principles in working with clients who have experienced various forms of trauma, facilitating healing and resilience.
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
- Conducted crisis interventions to respond to clients in crisis, assess immediate needs and provide support and resources.
- Adhered to ethical and legal standards for confidentiality, protecting clients' privacy.
- Assessed mental health needs to determine nature and extent of clients' emotional, behavioral or mental health issues.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Completed one-on-one counseling with broad range of clients suffering from various diseases and issues.
Special Education Related Services Counselor
7 Years 3 Months- Provided individual counseling for social, emotional, and behavioral concerns
- Monitored student progress and identified interventions for attendance, behavior, and performance concerns
- Advised students on academic planning, graduation requirements, and course selection
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and self-sufficiency.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Implemented behavioral modification strategies to help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive change in clients'' lives.
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify client needs and appropriate intervention strategies.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Established trusting therapeutic alliances with clients through empathetic listening, validation, and unconditional positive regard.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals experiencing acute distress or dangerous situations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for clients with complex needs.
- Improved client self-esteem and communication skills through targeted therapeutic techniques.
- Enhanced family dynamics by providing family counseling sessions.
- Facilitated client self-discovery and personal growth through reflective exercises and discussions.
Therapist
17 Years 4 Months- Delivered evidence-based therapy using CBT, trauma-informed, and person-centered approaches.
- Developed individualized treatment plans aligned with clinical findings and client preferences.
- Conducted intake assessments to identify client needs, symptoms, and treatment goals.
- Documented progress notes, treatment updates, and clinical observations with accuracy.
- Adapted telehealth and in-person sessions to maintain consistent client engagement and access.
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Enhanced client well-being through personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Assessed clients' mental health needs, developed treatment plans and monitored progress.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions.
- Developed strategies to help patients cope with stress and anxiety and build resilience.
- Counseled individuals, groups, and families to bring awareness of problems, deal with crisis situations and develop action plans.
- Delivered brief interventions to help clients develop healthy coping skills.
- Developed and implemented intensive individualized treatment plans addressing family relationship problems, destructive patterns of behavior and other psychosocial issues.
- Coached clients on effective coping strategies, empowering them to manage symptoms independently outside of therapy sessions.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to help clients recognize personal barriers to change and identify actionable steps towards improvement.
- Conducted thorough assessments to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and develop appropriate treatment strategies.
- Worked closely with families to educate them on mental health issues, facilitate open dialogue, and foster a supportive home environment for client recovery.
- Guided patients through mindfulness exercises, enhancing their ability to manage stress and anxiety.
- Led skill-building sessions to empower patients with tools for better mental health management.
- Conducted therapy sessions focused on trauma recovery, facilitating patient healing and empowerment.
- Utilized psychoanalytic methods to uncover underlying issues for deeper patient insight.
- Improved client coping mechanisms with cognitive behavioral techniques.
- Enhanced patient resilience, equipping them with effective coping strategies for long-term mental health.
- Facilitated healing and progress, navigating patients through challenging emotional landscapes.
- Developed strong therapeutic alliances, ensuring patient comfort and trust throughout the treatment process.
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
- Adhered to ethical and legal standards for confidentiality, protecting clients' privacy.
- Completed one-on-one counseling with a broad range of clients suffering from various diseases and issues.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Assessed mental health needs to determine nature and extent of clients' emotional, behavioral or mental health issues.
School Counselor
2 Years 7 MonthsJunior High School Science Teacher
5 Years 4 MonthsEducation
Master of Education - Counseling Psychology
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology And Biology
Skills
Mental health assessment
Suicide risk assessment
Anxiety management
Depression treatment
Relapse prevention
Child and adolescent therapy
Family therapy
Behavioral therapy
Behavior modification
Psychoeducation
Individual counseling
Grief and loss counseling
Person-centered therapy
Cultural competence
Multicultural competence
Mental health evaluations
Biopsychosocial assessments
Behavior modification techniques
Excellent communication
Effective communication
Active listening
Teamwork and collaboration
Interpersonal skills
Organizational skills
Attention to detail
Reliability
Adaptability and flexibility
Self-motivation
Relationship building
Professionalism
Multitasking
Anger management
Accomplishments
2016 - Public Servant of the Year
Affiliations
Texas Counseling Association member
Certification
- LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor
Timeline
Mental and Behavioral Health Clinician
Mason ISD
09.2021 - CurrentRead More
Special Education Related Services Counselor
Mason ISD
08.2019 - CurrentRead More
Therapist
Self-employed/private Practice
07.2009 - CurrentRead More
School Counselor
Cypress-Fairbanks ISD
01.1999 - 08.2001Read More
Junior High School Science Teacher
Cypress-Fairbanks ISD
08.1994 - 12.1999Read More
University of Houston
Master of Education from Counseling Psychology
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Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Science from Kinesiology And Biology
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